Saffron Coffee Co
Saffron Coffee Co LLC has filed a certificate of occupancy with the Memphis and Shelby County Division of Planning and Development (under review as of May 28, 2026) for a cafe/coffee shop at 3826 Park Avenue. No opening timeline has been announced and the concept has no digital footprint yet. Article author has reached out […]
Best Oysters
Best Oysters, an oyster-focused concept that previously operated as a pop-up/food truck, is converting a storefront at 2659 N. Hollywood Street into a permanent brick-and-mortar location. Renovations are actively underway. No opening date has been announced yet. The business continues to operate at its Yale Ave location during construction.
Unnamed Concept (by Coskun Abik)
Chef Coskun Abik, known for Blind Butcher in San Francisco and Ophelia in Los Gatos, is bringing a new unnamed restaurant concept to 7505 Melrose Ave in Los Angeles. An ABC license filing was submitted. Abik confirmed the project and stated he and his team are aiming for an end-of-June opening. The concept name, menu, […]
Mike’s Red Tacos
Mike’s Red Tacos, a San Diego-based birria concept, has signed a multi-unit franchise deal with JM Foods (Victor Fiss and John Thomas) to open 18 units across Los Angeles and Orange County. First locations are being targeted in Downey and Long Beach, with lease negotiations in final stages. First location expected to open by end […]
Philz Coffee
San Francisco-based coffee chain Philz Coffee is planning a new location in Tarzana, CA at 18640 West Ventura Blvd. A spokesperson confirmed the location is slated to open later in 2026, though an exact timeline has not been finalized. This will be part of their existing 17+ LA area locations.
Greek Heaven
Greek Heaven is a new Greek restaurant opening in the Centennial Hills area of Northwest Las Vegas in the former Cafe Peru space. City of Las Vegas permit filed. Owners listed on permit are Noushin Zareh and Bijan Ketabi. No online presence or social media yet. Expected to open sometime in 2026.
House Rules
Adult arcade and entertainment restaurant featuring a scratch kitchen, craft beverages, and competitive social gaming experiences. Will include Duckpin Bowling, Bar-Style Ice Curling, and a proprietary game called Detonante. Located within the Area15 Phase 2 expansion campus. Second location for House Rules Hospitality Group, which operates a flagship in Scottsdale, AZ. Opening planned for second […]
Black Label Burger Company
Black Label Burger Company is a new burger concept by CLS Hospitality LLC (run by Larry Schwartz, Steven Schwartz, and Christopher Goosen) opening in the Cheyenne Fountains retail strip center in Northwest Las Vegas. The restaurant will serve Wagyu Burgers and Snapper Dogs. Construction is underway in the former Blue Kitchen Garlic Noodle Bar space. […]
Neighborhood Munch
Food truck operated by Chef Paul Neighbors, set to launch in Jacksonville, FL. Will be based out of East Coast Commissary, a licensed commissary kitchen and food truck parking facility at 1712 Ogilvie Park Lane. Plan review documents have been submitted. Menu details not yet available.
Jade Dumpling & Noodle
New dumpling and noodle restaurant opening in Old St. Augustine Plaza. Co-owner Chang Zou confirmed the opening is targeted for August 2026. Menu details are still under wraps. Located near W Beltway 295 on Old St. Augustine Road.